A fishing license allows a person to fish for and possess any fish or aquatic invertebrate authorized by the state's fishing regulations. It is nontransferable and nonrefundable. The license enables one to fish from March 1 through the end of February of the following year.

A Conservation License is needed before you can buy any fishing or hunting license that Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) issues. Conservation license applicants are required to provide their social security number in addition to the information usually requested. A valid driver's license or a valid photo ID is required to purchase a license.These are the ways you can purchase a fishing license:• Buy a MontanaFishing License Online.• Get your Montana conservation and fishing licenses in person at one of the local providers listed below.• Call Bozeman Fish Wildlife and Parks office for more info: 406-994-4042